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Why is the layer of smooth muscle licker in arteries than in veins?

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Assuming you meant "Why is the layer of muscle thicker in arteries compared to veins"

Arteries have thicker walls compared to veins because they are closer to the heart and receive blood that is surging at a far greater pressure

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